‘Livestock has been kept in better conditions’: Authorities describe Vinton County home where 16 children were rescued

‘Livestock has been kept in better conditions’: Authorities describe Vinton County home where 16 children were rescued

VINTON COUNTY, Ohio. (WSAZ) - The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office has released new information about a child neglect case in Vinton County Wednesday afternoon.
Officials say at approximately 10 a.m. Tuesday, law enforcement performed court-authorized search warrants on Ohmer Street in Hamden as part of an ongoing investigation involving allegations of domestic abuse and child neglect.
During the search warrants, investigators say they found 16 children inside the residence, who Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson said “looked like almost feral animals.”

“In what I’ve seen up to this point, I think if they would have waited another 24 hours, there was a very high probability that we’d be dealing with a death or multiple deaths of these children,” Wilson said Wednesday.
Authorities say the children were kept in an area measuring approximately 12 feet by 12 feet.
Gary Siders Sr., Gary Siders Jr., Elizabeth Siders, and Christina Siders were arraigned in the Vinton County Court of Common Pleas at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Each is charged with 16 second-degree felony counts of endangering children and are each being held on a $300,000 bond. All four pled not guilty in an arraignment Wednesday morning.

The sheriff’s office says the 16 children were removed and are in temporary custody of the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services.
The children were initially taken to local hospitals for evaluation, officials say.
Officials say some of the children were treated and released, while others were taken to elevated medical care and remain hospitalized in serious condition, including one who was in the ICU.
Wilson said that in his long career, it was one of the worst scenes he had ever witnessed.

“It really looked third world,” Wilson said Wednesday. “It’s the type of thing that we’re not used to seeing here in America.”
“Most of our livestock was kept in better conditions than the children,” Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain said Wednesday. “It was extremely high presence, I’m sure, of bacterial and human feces. It was just a disgusting scene.”
Officials say the investigation has progressed, they have learned that members of the Siders family have lived in multiple Ohio counties since 2008.
Investigators say they believe the family largely avoided establishing medical and other government records during that time.

“The conditions these children lived in were horrific, and we are sickened by it. Fortunately, this tragic chapter has closed, but their recovery will take time,” Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain said in a statement. “Our investigators will continue following the evidence wherever it leads.”
Officials also said it was unclear whether the children recieved any education. The superintendent of Vinton County Local Schools told WSAZ there were no records of the family at the school. The superintendent of the Gallia County Local Schools told WSAZ they did see records from 2021 that indicated Gary Jr. and Elizabeth were parents at the school at the time.
At this time, investigators say they have found no evidence of any threat to the public and believe the case involves prolonged and extreme intrafamilial neglect and abuse.
The investigation remains ongoing and is being conducted by the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, with assistance from the Hamden Fire Department, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and Jackson County Job and Family Services.

Officials say additional charges are expected to be brought by the Vinton County Prosecutor’s Office as more information is released.

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 4 days ago

AR V. AARON SPENCER:

‼️ MURDER CASE DISMISSED!
CHARGES DROPPED AGAINST HERO FATHER AARON SPENCER!!!

Lonoke County, Arkansas— Aaron Spencer is a  father, Army veteran, and farmer who was charged with second-degree murder and a firearm enhancement in the October 8, 2024, death of Michael Fosler.

Months before the shooting, Fosler, 67, had been arrested and charged with numerous sex crimes involving Spencer’s teenage daughter. Court records indicate Fosler was out on bond despite the allegations and was under restrictions related to contact with the girl. Reports have stated he was facing dozens of felony charges, including sexual assault and internet stalking of a child. 

In the early morning hours of October 8, 2024, Spencer discovered that his daughter was missing from their home. While his wife contacted 911, Spencer began searching for her himself. He eventually located Fosler’s truck with his daughter inside. 

According to prosecutors, Spencer pursued the truck and forced it off the roadway. An altercation followed between the two men, and Fosler was shot and killed at the scene. Court records state that Spencer knowingly caused Fosler’s death, which is the basis for the second-degree murder charge. 

Spencer’s attorneys do not dispute that he shot Fosler. Instead, they argued that Spencer was acting to protect his daughter from a predator and that his actions were lawful under Arkansas self-defense and defense-of-others laws. 

Many people saw Spencer as a father who intervened when the justice system failed to protect his child. Others argued that regardless of Fosler’s alleged crimes, the shooting must be judged under Arkansas homicide laws and decided by a jury. 

The case drew even more national attention when Spencer ran for sheriff of Lonoke County while awaiting trial. In March 2026, he won the Republican primary, although he would be unable to serve if convicted of a felony. 

Today, June 4, 2026, the murder case against him was dismissed. 🥳

According to Special Circuit Judge Ralph Wilson Jr., it was dismissed because law enforcement’s handling of key evidence violated Spencer’s constitutional right to due process. 

The evidence at the center of the ruling was a dash camera and its SD memory card recovered from Michael Fosler’s truck after the October 2024 shooting. The defense argued that the dashcam footage could have provided critical evidence about what occurred immediately before the fatal confrontation and may have supported Spencer’s claim that he was acting to protect his daughter. 

Judge Wilson found numerous problems with how investigators handled the evidence, including:
• The dashcam was removed without properly documenting its location.
• The SD card was removed and viewed before being submitted for forensic examination.
• The SD card was never properly photographed or logged as evidence.
• The SD card was ultimately lost.
• The dashcam itself was not entered into evidence for more than a year after being seized. 

In his order, Wilson wrote that the handling of the evidence established a pattern of policy violations and created “the appearance of a coverup.” He concluded that the missing evidence was potentially exculpatory and that the government’s conduct deprived Spencer of a fair opportunity to present his defense. 

Dismissing a felony case before trial is extremely rare. Wilson acknowledged that dismissal is an “extraordinary and extreme remedy,” but determined it was warranted under the circumstances because lesser sanctions would not cure the prejudice caused by the lost evidence. 

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 1 month ago

Looking for guests for bipolar podcast.

Would anyone here be interested in listening to, or coming on to a podcast to speak about being raised by a bipolar parent and the trauma you experienced and how you’re dealing with it/overcame it?

My sister and I are thinking about creating a podcast that will give a voice to those who have had their lives turned upside down by their parents’ illness. I don’t feel that there are many resources for the children of bipolar parents.

I’m just throwing this out there to see if there is anyone here who would be willing to speak anonymously, vent, cry and laugh (cause what else can ya do sometimes?) with us.

Thanks!

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 1 month ago

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

Mackenzie Shirilla's Father Placed on Administrative Leave from School After Participating in Netflix Documentary

Steve Shirilla has been placed on administrative leave following comments he made in the Netflix documentary The Crash, released on Friday, May 15
The documentary explores the case of his daughter Mackenzie Shirilla, who was charged with murder after she crashed her car, killing her boyfriend and their friend, in 2022
Investigators first thought the crash was an accident before beginning to suspect Mackenzie, 17 at the time, had accelerated deliberately

The school, which includes grades Pre-K to eighth, according to its website, emailed parents to let them know that a teacher had been placed on administrative leave following allegations of "poor judgment," 19 News reported.

"We want every parent and family to know that the safety, wellbeing, and trust of our students remain among our highest priorities," the email stated, adding, "We take all student concerns seriously and are committed to responding promptly and responsibly whenever concerns are brought forward."

PEOPLE reached out to Mary Queen of Peace School for comment, but they did not immediately respond.

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

How many sleuths in here have submitted suggestions and they were right?

Just curious! And figured this could make for a good discussion.

- If you are allowed to disclose, who was it and what was their NAMUS Case #?

- What did you feel when you put it together that the Doe matched with a NAMUS you had seen?

- How long did it take for you to get confirmation that you were correct?

- An update, if you know, what became of the John/Jane Doe.

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

CA V STEPHEN VINCENT CHAVEZ GUILTY PLEA

Man pleads guilty to felony incest, supplying alcohol to biological daughter who later committed suicide
Warning: This story discusses suicide.

A Southern California man has pleaded guilty to charges in connection with a case involving his biological daughter who later took her own life.  
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office announced Monday that Stephen Vincent Chavez formally entered a guilty plea for one felony count of incest and one misdemeanor count of providing alcohol to a minor. According to the DA, Chavez, who advanced his previously scheduled court date to plead guilty, also admitted he took advantage of a position of trust and that the victim was particularly vulnerable. 

The investigation unfolded in July 2025, the DA’s Office said, when Chavez’s 18-year-old biological daughter, Makayla, was staying with him at his Moorpark residence. 
“After a day of drinking at a family gathering, Chavez purchased additional alcohol for him and his daughter to drink at home,” Ventura County DA officials said. “Chavez then engaged in sexual intercourse with her.” 
Makayla later committed suicide in December 2025, the DA’s office said. 

Providing further details on the case, Ventura County Deputy District Attorney Tessa McCarty explained that Makayla had “placed her trust and well-being in [Chavez’s] care” by moving from North Carolina to California to start a new life with him. 

“[Chavez] violated this trust and shattered the father-daughter relationship in an unimaginable way,” McCarty said. 

The 41-year-old, after pleading guilty on Monday, was remanded into custody. He is expected to be sentenced to three years in state prison on June 23 at 9 a.m. in Courtroom 12 of the Ventura County Superior Court. As part of his conviction, Chavez will also have to register as a sex offender for 20 years.

As for Chavez’s punishment, Ventura County DA officials stated they performed “an exhaustive, comprehensive and thorough analysis” of whether he could be charged with rape.  

“[The] analysis that included multiple interviews, additional forensic testing, medical evaluations and an extensive review of electronic evidence,” the DA’s Office said. “After doing so and convening a team of the office’s top sexual assault prosecutors to review the findings, the District Attorney’s Office is confident that this case was properly charged based upon the law, facts and evidence presented.” 

u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

HI V. GERHARDT KONIG New Trial motion filed.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A new trial motion was filed on May 15 regarding the case involving Gerhardt Konig, a Maui doctor who was accused of attempted murder.
“While we remain grateful that Dr. Konig was not convicted of attempted murder, statements by certain jurors after the verdict demonstrate that he should not have been convicted of attempted manslaughter either,” said Thomas Otake, Konig’s attorney.
On April 18, Konig was found guilty by a jury of attempted manslaughter. He was tried on a charge that stemmed from his alleged attempt to kill his wife.

“Instructions on the law given to the jury can be very confusing, and these things happen from time to time. But now that the problems with the verdict have come to light, this motion provides the Court with an opportunity to prevent an unjust result,” Otake said.

u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

Mark Fuhrman Dies at 74 from Throat Cancer

Former Los Angeles Police Department detective Mark Fuhrman, known for his controversial role in the O.J. Simpson murder trial, has died at the age of 74.
According to a close friend, Fuhrman succumbed to an aggressive form of throat cancer.
Fuhrman gained notoriety as one of the first detectives to investigate the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. He discovered a bloody glove at Simpson's home, but his credibility was severely damaged during the trial when the defense revealed recordings of him using racial slurs, contradicting his testimony. This revelation significantly impacted the prosecution's case against Simpson, who was acquitted in 1995.
Following the trial, Fuhrman retired from the LAPD and transitioned to a career as a TV and radio commentator. He also authored several books, including "Murder in Brentwood," which detailed his perspective on the Simpson case. In 1996, Fuhrman pleaded no contest to perjury charges related to his trial testimony.
In recent years, Fuhrman was barred from returning to law enforcement under a California police reform law aimed at decertifying officers with criminal or biased conduct. This law, which took effect in 2023, was part of broader efforts to address police misconduct following the 2020 killing of George Floyd.
Fuhrman's involvement in the O.J. Simpson trial and subsequent legal issues have left a lasting impact on discussions about race, policing, and the criminal justice system in the United States.

u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

CA V. CARLOS DOMINGUEZ RETRIAL Jury Selection Underway

WOODLAND, Calif. —
Jury selection continues Monday for a retrial in the deadly Davis stabbings case.

Carlos Reales Dominguez is accused of a stabbing spree that killed two men and severely wounded a woman in Davis in 2023, leaving the college town community in fear for almost a week before his capture.

At issue during Dominguez's first trial was his mental state. Prosecutors argued that Dominguez was disgruntled with life, having broken up with a girlfriend and been dismissed from UC Davis for academic standing. Among the pieces of evidence they presented to jurors were his online data showing multiple images of knives, and song lyrics he wrote that they said implied a desire for violence.

Dominguez's defense attorney, however, presented to jurors the story of a child who devolved from being a bright student-athlete to having an unkempt appearance and untreated schizophrenia. They argued he was under a psychosis when he committed the stabbings. His evidence included testimony from medical experts who testified under oath that they believe Dominguez has a mental disorder. Family and friends at the stand also described how his behavior became more distant and paranoid.
Prosecutors pursued murder charges, arguing that the stabbings were committed with malice and willfulness, an element in a crime that is required to pursue murder. The defense, meanwhile, did not deny that Dominguez was behind the stabbing attacks and asked jurors to convict him of involuntary manslaughter—a less serious crime than murder— where death is caused unintentionally or through negligence.
The retrial is expected to last about 12 weeks, and Dominguez cannot be retried on first-degree murder.
The two men who died were 50-year-old David Breaux, amicably known to the community as "The Compassion Guy," and 21-year-old Karim Abou Najm, who was set to graduate from UC Davis.

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

MA V. Alvin Campbell Jr.

The trial of Alvin Campbell Jr., accused of sexually assaulting and attacking nine women from 2017-2019, is set to get underway on Monday.
Campbell is the older brother of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell.

The 45-year-old faces a number of charges for allegedly sexually assaulting and attacking nine women between 2017-2019 in Boston. According to court records, he would intentionally seek out young women late at night near bars and restaurants, posing as a rideshare driver.
While most of the attacks happened in his car, there is one account of a 26-year-old woman who says Campbell Jr. drove her from Boston to his Cumberland, Rhode Island, apartment, where he assaulted her.
Right now, he is in custody. He has been held without bail since his arrest in 2020. He continues to insist that all of the encounters he had with the women in question were consensual.

On Monday, he will finally begin the process of trying to prove his innocence to 17 jurors. The jury was selected over the last week. The trial is expected to last several weeks.
Opening statements will lead off Monday's proceedings.
When asked about the trial, Andrea Joy Campbell said, "I am praying for the survivors and all those affected. It takes extraordinary courage to come forward, and they deserve dignity and respect."

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u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago

A nationwide "Save Our Children" march and series of rallies took place on April 11, 2026, with demonstrations reported in over 100 cities across the United States and Canada.

Key Information about the 2026 Movement:

Purpose: The rallies are organized to raise awareness about child trafficking, sexual assault on minors, and to advocate for the protection of children.

Organizers describe the movement as a nonpartisan, grassroots effort to demand justice for victims and higher accountability for traffickers.

A large rally was set for April 11, 2026, in NYC at Madison Square Park, with additional nationwide protests on that date in cities such as Las Vegas, Detroit, and Washington D.C..

Additional demonstrations were scheduled for May 30, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts.

The movement has been promoted under hashtags such as #SaveOurChildren, #SaveOurChildrenWorldwide, and #SaveOurChildrenNYC, often highlighting the "Epstein Files" as a motivation for public action.

You can find the affiliate for your city/state with Google “Save Our Children March (city/state).

u/Far-Ad9143 — 2 months ago